1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1980 Renault 12
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Renault 12 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Renault 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 53 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Renault 12 weights approximately 54 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Renault 12 (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Metro. (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1980 Renault 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Metro | 1980 Renault 12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Renault |
| Model | Metro | 12 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 96 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
